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Cedar Fair and Six Flags Announce Anticipated Closing Date of the Mergers

Cedar Fair, L.P. (NYSE: FUN) (“Cedar Fair”) and Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: SIX) (“Six Flags”), today announced that they notified the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) that the closing of Cedar Fair and Six Flags’ previously announced merger of equals (the “Mergers”) is expected to occur on July 1, 2024 (the “Expected Closing Date”). The completion of the Mergers is subject to the satisfaction or waiver of a number of conditions set forth in the merger agreement relating to the Mergers, including the satisfaction of regulatory conditions.

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New Rides Begin to Arrive, Behind-the-Scenes Construction Tours, How Are Fiesta Texas' Summer Operations Going?

Summer at Six Flags Fiesta Texas is in full force and the park continues to work on their major DC Universe expansion. This visit features multiple behind-the-scenes tours, featuring new ride arrivals, progress on the DC Universe expansion and the new Wonder Woman Golden Lasso Coaster trains in action. Fiesta Texas isn't immune to the current chain-wide price hikes and budget cuts, so we talk about the park's current operations and food quality.

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Six Flags Over Texas Announces Opening of Dino Off Road Adventure

Six Flags Over Texas, the Thrill Capital of Texas, today announced that Dino Off Road Adventure will open to the public on June 15, 2024 following an exclusive preview for season pass holders. The new ride is a retheming of the Chaparral Antique Cars, which originally debuted at the park in 1962, and promises guests an exciting new take on a beloved classic.

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Fort Worth Zoo Tour & Review | Ranked Best Zoo in Texas & Among Top Zoos in North America

Opened in 1909, Fort Worth Zoo is located in Fort Worth, Texas and features 7,000 native and exotic animals. It has been ranked among the top zoos in North America by USA Today, the Los Angeles Times and Family Life magazine. Today, the Fort Worth Zoo spans 64 acres and is home to over 500 species.

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NBA Finals Wager - Six Flags Over Texas Bets Against Six Flags New England

Six Flags Over Texas and its sister park Six Flags New England, located in Agawam, Massachusetts, have set a friendly wager for the upcoming NBA Finals series kicking off on Thursday, June 6. Six Flags Over Texas will, of course, be cheering on their beloved Mavericks, while Six Flags New England supports the Boston Celtics.

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Six Flags Over Texas Summertime Weekday Visit - Honest Truth Amid Guest Experience & Budget Cuts

Six Flags Over Texas has begun their summertime operations, opening daily until they close on Tuesdays beginning later in the month. Summer at the park looks a little different with a lack of events and no entertainment offerings during weekdays. Food prices, along with a surcharge, continue to increase while quality suffers.

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Full Hurricane Harbor Arlington Water Park Tour | 40th Anniversary Celebration

In 2024, Hurricane Harbor Arlington celebrates its 40th anniversary. Originally a Wet 'n Wild water park, Six Flags purchased the property in 1995. Today, Hurricane Harbor features over twenty water slides and attractions, which span from kid-friendly to the ultimate thrill. Join us for an in-depth tour of Hurricane Harbor Arlington, taking a look at its rides, attractions, dining, shopping and premium offerings.

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SeaWorld Summer Has Begun

This summer there is “So Much More to Sea” at SeaWorld San Antonio, now open daily, with all-new rides and attractions, all-new animal presentations and habitats, all-new shows, parades and interactive celebrations, plus the return of Shamu and Crew. Guests are invited to come explore and engage in the excitement of new summer experiences and the exhilarating entertainment of the Summer Spectacular.

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Dinosaurs Begin to Take Over Six Flags Over Texas, Ride Closures & New Summer Updates

New for 2024 at Six Flags Over Texas is the Dino Off Road Adventure. Taking over the existing track of the Chaparral Antique Cars attraction, the new ride will feature several dinosaur animatronics throughout its layout. Construction is quickly under way on the new ride, along with the two new children's attractions set to open in Bugs Bunny Boomtown.

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Park Suffers Storm Flooding, ¡Viva la Fiesta! Review, Construction Updates | Six Flags Over Texas

Six Flags Over Texas celebrates ¡Viva la Fiesta! now through May 5 with live entertainment, park decor and a special overlay on the Casa Magnetica crooked house. Before our visit, Six Flags Over Texas was hit with flood waters due to a major storm that came through the area, leaving sections and rides closed. Construction has also progressed on the two children's attractions coming to Bugs Bunny Boomtown.

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Seven Seas Food Festival 2024, SeaWorld San Antonio | Trying Nearly 20 New Food Offerings

The Seven Seas Food Festival has made its way back to SeaWorld San Antonio on select dates from March 21 to May 27, 2024. This year's festival features over sixty fresh global cuisine choices, along with over fifty specialty beverages. Join us for an in-depth tour of this year's event, including a look at every menu and booth location and a rating of nearly twenty food items.

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Total Solar Eclipse Engulfs Six Flags Over Texas, Plus Improvements & New Ride Construction Updates

April 8, 2024 saw Six Flags Over Texas become a unique place to catch the total solar eclipse with rides, viewing areas and a fireworks display. The park is also continuing construction on their two new children's attractions: Sylvester & Tweety Pounce and Bounce and Daffy Duck Bucket Blasters. Six Flags Over Texas is also working on other projects as well, including EV chargers in the parking lot.

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Big DC Universe Ride Construction Updates, New Dining & Theming Upgrades | Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Construction progress continues on Fiesta Texas' 2024 ride additions, along with the general retheme and expansion of the DC Universe park area. We also find new Easter eggs around the park, which include several newly-themed billboards. Also new at the park is additional dining signage, a new way to order food from your table and Hurricane Harbor-related changes as its opening day approaches.

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Scream Break 2024, Six Flags Over Texas | Full Event Review & Behind-the-Scenes Haunted House Tour

Scream Break returns to Six Flags Over Texas from March 9 to 16, this time with a completely new theme. Attendees can experience the return of Casa Magnetica as the Lōkahi Welcome Center, the all-new Curse of the Polynesian Palm haunted house, multiple live entertainment offerings, specialty characters and a wide selection of adult beverages from themed bars. Join us for an in-depth review of Scream Break, along with a behind-the-scenes tour of the event's new haunted house.

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Shock Wave Celebrates 50 Million Riders, New Ride Construction, Spring Break | Six Flags Over Texas

Six Flags Over Texas celebrates 50 million riders on the classic Shock Wave roller coaster with a ceremony featuring a ribbon cutting, giveaways and special behind-the-scenes tour. We also show off the quick construction progress taking place for the return of Daffy Duck Bucket Blasters and the new Sylvester & Tweety Pounce and Bounce. Six Flags Over Texas is also celebrating Spring Break through March 17 with live entertainment, decor and specialty food items.

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Full Tour & Review of the San Antonio Zoo | Over 3,500 Animals & 750 Species to See

What is now known as the San Antonio Zoo officially began in 1914. Over its 100 years, the 57-acre zoo has grown to feature 750 species of animals and over a million annual visitors. The San Antonio Zoo is involved with the protection and breeding of many endangered species, including the black rhino, the golden lion tamarin and the dama gazelle. Today, guests can experience and learn about over 3,500 animals during their visit.

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Catapult Falls Front Row 4K POV, SeaWorld San Antonio | Record-Breaking New Log Flume Ride

Catapult Falls at SeaWorld San Antonio is a first-of-its-kind log flume attraction. The ride features eleven boats, holding eight riders each. After meandering through calm waters, Catapult Falls launches riders at speeds of 30 feet per second through the first splashdown. Soon enough, the attraction travels up a unique elevator lift and down a 53-degree drop, the steepest of any log flume.

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In-Depth Look at SeaWorld San Antonio’s Record-Breaking Catapult Falls Log Flume Attraction

Catapult Falls at SeaWorld San Antonio is a first-of-its-kind log flume attraction. The ride features eleven boats, holding eight riders each. After meandering through calm waters, Catapult Falls launches riders at speeds of 30 feet per second through the first splashdown. Soon enough, the attraction travels up a unique elevator lift and down a 53-degree drop, the steepest of any log flume.

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